The tropical tree is ideal for sloth-spotting, thanks to its open, sparse branches.

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Since planting the trees on the resorts' acres of gardens and rainforest, the resort’s sloth population has grown from just a pair to more than 15 sloths — seriously increasing your chances of seeing a few sloths during your stay.

Sloths aren’t the only wildlife travelers can admire from their private casitas at Nayara Springs. The surrounding area boasts the highest number of bird species in the country, as well as rare frogs, peccaries, and green iguanas.